Legal practitioner, Rashid Ibrahim has been elected as the 59th President of the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS).

This follows a highly competitive election at the 58th Annual NUGS Delegates Congress held over the weekend.

The election, which was conducted peacefully and transparently, brought together delegates from universities, colleges, and pre-tertiary institutions across the country.

According to the official results released by the NUGS Electoral Commission, Lawyer Rashid Ibrahim secured 360 votes to emerge victorious, ahead of Agirapah Opoku, who garnered 321 votes, and Alvin Adjei Othcere, who obtained 289 votes. Other contenders included Latif Lawrence Jorhowie with 260 votes, Asare Bediako with 146, and Nazeer Saeed with 6 votes, out of a total of 1,382 valid ballots cast.

His victory has been described by many within the student movement as a reflection of a new era of purposeful, unifying, and visionary leadership for Ghanaian students.

Lawyer Rashid Ibrahim is a proud product of the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), where he earned his Bachelor of Laws (LLB) in 2023 and was called to the Bar in 2025. He is currently pursuing an LLM in International Business and Commercial Law at UPSA.

During his undergraduate years, Rashid established himself as one of the most influential and respected student leaders on campus — admired for his calm confidence, deep intellect, and unwavering dedication to service. He served in various student leadership and advocacy roles, where his ability to inspire trust, build consensus, and solve problems earned him the reputation of a leader who leads with principle and empathy.

Known for his collaborative spirit, Rashid consistently promoted unity and inclusivity among students, bridging divides and advancing constructive dialogue between student bodies and university management. His leadership approach — grounded in integrity, respect, and results — continues to define his public life.

As he assumes the mantle of leadership as NUGS President, Rashid Ibrahim has pledged to build on the solid foundation laid by the outgoing leadership, continuing their good work while introducing innovative reforms to make NUGS more responsive to the evolving needs of students.

“The work of NUGS is far from over. We are inheriting a strong legacy, and my goal is to continue that progress — to make NUGS more vibrant, transparent, and impactful,” he said after his election.
“I will lead with integrity and inclusiveness, ensuring that the voices of all students are heard, from basic school to tertiary level.”

His vision for NUGS focuses on strengthening institutional efficiency, advancing educational policy advocacy, promoting digital inclusion, and expanding leadership and career opportunities for students across Ghana and beyond.